Most of these reviews are older. Anyone buy in 2013 and still have problems with overheating and/or melting cords?
21506
Chad, I have had and used this for 2+ years now and had zero problems with overheating or melting cords. Still works great!
21507
I bought mine in November of 2013, and used it nightly right up to April. I put it back on this year in late September and have used it every night since. I have never had any issues, and it's been washed in the machine twice so far. I can honestly say this is the best bedding related purchase I have ever made. Living in the Finger Lakes region of upstate NY, we have some seriously cold nights, and this thing has been a Godsend!
21508
I bought one about a year ago (or less). One control or ?? quit, so only one side heats. When I contacted SEALY, they responded that they contract out the making of these pads - in China. SEALY sent me the names of two POSSIBLE companies to contact. Neither one is the name listed on the control. Neither contact seems to be able to assist. SO, I am buying a SUNBEAM this time and keeping my fingers crossed.
21509
I bought it within the last year and have had no problems with it. Guess I should check it for the defects you mentioned.
493929
Good morning, I have had mine for only a year and it has not had any problems. However, I had a couple of thoughts that might (or might not!) help. Have you tried a different plug in? There is a safety limit switch that will turn off the machine if it overheats that may have failed. Finally, the heating element may have failed. If you have not done so you may want to contact the people that built it - they are here in the USA so they should be available to help. Good luck, I would really miss mine! Dave
2222793
No, I have had mine pluged in ever since I got it. No problems at all, overheating isnt a problem, it also seems to be able to take a decent amount of punishment. I had droped mine right when I opened it. No problems even after that.
1983718
Yep, mine has been overheating also. I thought it was the keyboard cover that came with it, but after throwing that away, my computer has still been seizing up so I just took the cover off today and hope I'll have no more problems.
1464757
I haven't had any issues with overheating. The PS4 actually still breathes quite well.
1793413
I haven't had overheating issues. My house is small and mostly hard woods except for an area rug. I am amazed by the suction power and love mine. I have only had it a couple months though.
1683296
I use my laptop as a DJ. Under normal use my laptop ran on the warm side anyway. While running as many as four music tracks at once and driving as many as four screens for video it sometimes would overheat and shut down causing an embarrassing situation. After getting the Thermaltake Cool Pad I no longer need worry about overheating. It was a great choice. There was only one problem with it shortly after I got it: The mini USB connection came loose inside and was unble to plug it in. I removed the small circuit board, sent it to Thermaltake and they promptly replaced it free of charge and paid postage back to me. Otherwise, still using without fail 18 months later. I use my laptop as a DJ. Under normal use my laptop ran on the warm side anyway. While running as many as four music tracks at once and driving as many as four screens for video it sometimes would overheat and shut down causing an embarrassing situation. After getting the Thermaltake Cool Pad I no longer need worry about overheating. It was a great choice. There was only one problem with it shortly after I got it: The mini USB connection came loose inside and was unble to plug it in. I removed the small circuit board, sent it to Thermaltake and they promptly replaced it free of charge and... » Read More I use my laptop as a DJ. Under normal use my laptop ran on the warm side anyway. While running as many as four music tracks at once and driving as many as four screens for video it sometimes would overheat and shut down causing an embarrassing situation. After getting the Thermaltake Cool Pad I no longer need worry about overheating. It was a great choice. There was only one problem with it shortly after I got it: The mini USB connection came loose inside and was unble to plug it in. I removed the small circuit board, sent it to Thermaltake and they promptly replaced it free of charge and paid postage back to me. Otherwise, still using without fail 18 months later. « Show Less
1185717
Hi Rochelle ~ I've had my up and using it since September and have not experienced overheating and/or the 88.88. I would definitely be contacting the manufacturer or where you purchased it from if it's overheating and get another one. Good luck!!
583316
Good points. It's still relatively new, and I wonder especially how the hard drive model has held up. My new one arrived DOA, and now I'm really struggling over whether to ask Amazon for a refund or an exchange. This baby may be intended to be Solid State all the way, which means the hard drive models will be unwanted period pieces in another year or two.
12890
No problems with over heating. I've been playing a couple games (dirt 3 maxed, skyrim medium - high, borderlands high, assassins creed 3 medium high) all with little to no lag. And I've seen 65*C on rare occasions after a couple hours . Idk about it overclocking or how it works. Hope this helps
1460806
The unit itself is good but I caution you when buying one used, there are crucial elements and parts to make sure this device will perform properly and safely. Here are some things that may raise a red flag, bent or damaged power cord and if the heat sync is dented and bent it may affect the way the unit cools and could lead to a malfunction therefore it may become a fire hazard and will definitely break fire codes if this is being used for commercial\business uses. So please consider these concerns and comments when conducting your research as well as purchasing decisions.
979540
I don't see a problem - I have one that has been plugged in for about 12 years with no issues. It gets hot to the touch (if you stick your finger under the plastic guard) but not hot enough to damage anything.
1930064
there's nothing to over heat, the charger only works when the two inductor comes together. hope this helps
707571
Have not had an overheating issue. Can turn on turbo fan if you do. I use mine for automotive test equipment so it sits on cooler metal cart tops or travels with me and is used on auto floors, dashes, seats, and fenders. Probably the time in service is much shorter than gaming is for you.
1370792
I've had mine for two years. It's not overused, just twice a week for about 10 minutes each time. It feels normal - warm, not hot. Getting too hot to touch in 5 minutes sounds like an electrical problem?
2103965
Its been my experience that they do get warm depending on the size. But electrical buzzing I've never encountered. If it gets hot like alarmingly so then I'd err on the side of caution and send it back for a new one. Mass production has its limits i guess.
1164819
I have not had an issue with this unit overheating. I have taken it from NYC to London, to Sri Lanka to Malaysia, and no problems. It works fine and charges my phone over and over again before having to recharge the Universal External Unit.